In Canada for the Invictus Games, Meghan Markle came to support Prince Harry who tried his hand at skeleton on February 15.
In a monochrome midnight blue look, she mainly appeared wearing a hat.
A piece she likes in winter.
Moreover, during her stay, she multiplied the models: classic and plain, decorated with a pompom... The Duchess of Cambridge has mastered the ultimate combo of chic and sportswear pieces by focusing on wavy lengths, which she does not hesitate to shift onto one shoulder in a game of asymmetry.
“We will also notice that she is wearing a little makeup.
She manages to play on the contrast between glamor and sport: she gives herself a cocooning look without giving up her style.
It's a nice twist and it's no coincidence that we've also seen this accessory around the runways.
And we find it almost everywhere in the collections” analyzes Marion Renoux, styling consultant.
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(February 15, 2024 in Whistler, Canada.) Karwai Tang / WireImage
Because it is not always easy to combine this wool headgear and your hairstyle.
Between static electricity and the flattening effect of blow-drying, the cap is not always our hair's best friend.
However, as the stylist points out, he was invited on many heads during this last Fashion Week, the guests having to face capricious weather, from the avenues of New York to the streets of Paris.
A precious ally in case of snow or a simple accessory to boost a look, it seemed to be adopted with almost insolent ease.
“It is perfect for those who are cold, both in terms of temperature and style.
It's really an accessory that allows you to be warm while adding a little something extra to a basic look.
With the added benefit of being much cheaper than a handbag or a pair of shoes,” explains Marion Renoux.
“And you don’t need to wear a hat, it suits everyone.”
But how can you combine this key piece of your winter wardrobe without giving up a sophisticated hairstyle?
How does it become a style supplement like a hair accessory?
For Adrien Coelho, head of the Très Confidential salon in Paris, we must first take into account the disadvantages of the hat.
“Yes, it keeps you hot and therefore, this also means that the roots will grease more quickly, especially if the hair is fine.”
He therefore recommends avoiding synthetics and favoring natural materials such as wool or cashmere “which will be more pleasant for the hair”.
To control the latter and avoid the effect of static electricity, the founder of Coelho Beauty also recommends applying a leave-in treatment or a texturizing spray like his Mémoire Mist “which will help to coat the hair”.
For Marion Renoux, the hat can conversely also become a valuable ally “in the event of a bad hair day” and hide greasy or half-mast hair during an outing.
Mastered styling
Another problem with this ally against the cold is being disheveled when you take it off.
“When you have long hair, you can opt for a low ponytail or a braid, this will help avoid frizz which can arise from repeated friction of the wool” explains Adrien Coelho.
The latter encouraging us to follow the example of Meghan Markle by varying the styles.
“We can go, like her, with a wavy, play with asymmetry, do a braid one day, the next a ponytail... And above all, we vary between a parting on the side or in the middle, we move the line of demarcation to avoid creating persistent marks generated by the cap.”
And how to combine it with the square, particularly in vogue at the moment?
“We can work the ends outwards, or give them a little more messy side.”
On long or short hair, the hairdresser specifies that you can also have fun with false bangs to adorn the forehead.
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In any case, for him the main thing is to properly prepare the hair.
“To prevent them from being too flattened, you must, beforehand, loosen the roots with your finger but also afterwards, when you remove the cap.”
The expert also suggests using a volumizing powder or a texturizing spray, once the accessory has been removed to “work on the texture and have a styled-disheveled look.
It can also be used before, to avoid the electrical side of the hair.
However, Adrien Coelho warns of the mistake of not drying your hair before going out: “You must avoid further weakening it with bad weather.
And above all, the cap will suffocate everything, and the scalp will be kept in humidity, which can lead to inconveniences such as dandruff or fungus.
Choose the right model
In terms of shapes, the hat allows for all styles: cuffed, cap style that reveals the ears, plain, fluorescent or even printed... It reinvents itself to vary the pleasures.
The hairdresser advises brunettes, like Meghan Markle, to go with cool tones and blondes to focus on warmer tones.
“The important thing is to always keep your eyebrows visible, to keep but also to pay attention to your complexion” specifies Adrien Coelho, who notes that Prince Harry's wife always chooses a hat which is a reminder of her outfit: “It remains an accessory, she doesn’t try to focus on him.”